Academic Advisor

University of St. Thomas•Houston, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of St. Thomas is the Catholic University in the heart of Houston, committed to the Catholic intellectual tradition and the dialogue between faith and reason. By pursuing excellence in teaching, scholarship and service, it embodies and instills in its students the core values of its founders, the Basilian Fathers: goodness, discipline, and knowledge. It fosters engagement in a diverse, collaborative community. The University of St. Thomas is a comprehensive university, grounded in the liberal arts. Committed to the unity of all knowledge, it offers programs in the traditional liberal arts, professional, and skill-based disciplines. Graduates of the University of St. Thomas think critically, communicate effectively, succeed professionally, and lead ethically. The Academic Advisor supports the efforts of the Director of Academic Advising and the Academic Advising Center in a plan to enhance student satisfaction and retention through personal service, superior guidance, and academic planning. The Academic Advisor will assume advising responsibilities for sophomores who have not declared a major, supporting course scheduling and guidance focused on self-discovery and major selection. The Academic Advisor will support all functions of the Academic Advising Center, including degree planning, advising and registration for new and continuing students.

Requirements

Experience working with students in an academic advising setting.
Demonstrated commitment to a philosophy of service to students and faculty.
Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Comprehensive knowledge of degree planning and course scheduling.
Experience working in a fast-paced, multi-faceted environment with ability to work well under pressure and with frequent interruptions.
Proficiency working with computer-based systems including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and Microsoft Outlook

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of UST degree programs and core requirements
PeopleSoft experience a plus

Responsibilities

Advise new students and direct course selection in conjunction with major options.
Regularly call and email new undergrads to UST to assist in retention efforts.
Serve as lead academic advisor for pre-nursing students.
Guide advisees through a process of academic self-discovery that culminates in a major selection appropriate for students' personal goals.
Assist Director of Academic Advising with event planning and group functions.
Manage office phone calls by taking and forwarding messages and providing students with phone support.
Provide students with increased support through extended electronic communications such as Blackboard and Skype.
Schedule advising appointments for new and returning students.
Assist in the support of faculty advisors.
Assist the Director of Academic Advising in the continuing creation and implementation of services that increase student persistence and success.
Provide artistic and creative direction when assisting in the development of advising resources and materials.